New Years Eve Beer Dip and Beer Bread

serves 81/2 small yellow onion, peeled and finely diced1 garlic clove, minced4 ounces Gruyere cheese, grated (1 cup)8 ounces extra sharp cheddar cheese, grated (2 cups)1 tablespoon cornstarch1 teaspoon dry mustard1 teaspoon caraway seeds1 (12-ounce) bottle of beer (Redbridge, by Anheuser Busch is gluten free)1/4 teaspoon kosher salt1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepperThe Directions.Use a 2-quart...

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Meatball Sliders

1 (32-oz) bag frozen meatballs    1 (14.5-oz) can diced chili ready tomatoes    1 (15-oz) can tomato sauce    2 teaspoon garlic powder    2 teaspoon dry chopped parsley    Provolone cheese, to taste    slider buns    In your crock pot insert, dump your frozen meatballs.Pour the tomatoes and tomato...

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Crab Artichoke Dip

2 cans artichoke hearts, drained 1(8 oz.) brick cream cheese, softened 3/4 cup mayonnaise 1 (8 oz.) bag shredded Italian cheese blend (mozzarella, parmesan, provolone, asiago, fontina, romano) 1 can crabmeat, drained 2 teaspoons dill weed 2 to 4 cloves garlic (to taste), peeled and minced 1/4 teaspoon black pepper several shakes of hot sauce, to taste juice of half a lemon...

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Spinach & Artichoke Dip

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1 package (8 ounce) cream cheese, cubed 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 clove garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 can (14 ounce) artichokes, drained and finely chopped 1 package (10 ounce) rinsed fresh spinach leaves, stems removed and finely chopped Tostada or tortilla chips PREPARATION: Combine all ingredients except chips...

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Jalapeno Popper Spread

Jalapeno Popper Spread for Holiday Parties! 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese - softened 3/4 cup mayonnaise 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained 2 ounces canned diced jalapeno peppers, drained 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Cream all ingredients together Warm up in a small crock pot. Serve with crackers or tortilla chi...

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Easy Pot Roast

3-4 medium potatoes peeled and cut baby carrots 3-5lb roast 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup 1 packet Onion Soup Mix Place all items into the crock pot, salt and pepper to taste, and cook on low heat 8-10 hours. There's no need to add water and you have plenty of gravy. I sometimes add a small onion or the onions from a drained can of French Onion Soup for extra flavor. Adding the soup changes...

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Beefy Noodles

1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed Cheddar cheese soup 1 (1.25 ounce) package Lipton beefy onion soup mix 3 pounds beef stew meat Pour the cream of mushroom soup, cheese soup and onion soup mix into a slow cooker, and mix well. Add beef, cover and cook on Low for 8 hours, or on High for 4 to 5 hours. Serve over egg noodles or garlic mashed...

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BACON RANCH CHICKEN

2 Tbsp Real Bacon Bits (I use 1/2 bag or jar) 1 tsp minced garlic (can use powder) 1 pkg Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing Mix 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup 1 cup Sour Cream 4-5 Boneless Chicken Breasts (skinless) (I poke holes in them with fork) Combine first 5 ingredients.Spray crock pot with Pam & put chicken breast in crock pot.Pour ingredients over the chicken breast.Cook 3-4 hours on HIGH...

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Mexican Meatloaf

1 egg, beaten 1/3 cup taco sauce 1 cup coarsely crushed corn chips 1/3 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend 2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix 1/2 teaspoon salt, optional 2 pounds ground beef additional taco sauce or salsa Combine ingredients; mix well. Shape into a round loaf and place in a slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until a meat thermometer reads 160 F. Serve with additional...

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CROCK POT SWISS STEAK

1 1/2 lbs. round steak 1 chopped carrot 1 cup chopped celery 1 can tomato sauce 1 onion, sliced 2 Tablespoons flour 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper  Cut steak into serving pieces. Combine flour, salt & pepper & sprinkle over meat. Mix well & put into crock pot. Add carrot, celery, & onion. Pour tomato sauce on top. Cook on low for 8 to 10 hou...

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